An unidentified man sitting in front of the Cruger Island "ruins," probably in the early decades of the 20th century. credit Courtesy Egbert Benson Historical Society of Rec Hook
by Robin Cherry
How 19th century German romanticism once brought Mayan artifacts to Cruger Island of Red Hook.
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by Cynthia Owen Philip
New York struggles to define acceptable limits to the developers' thirst for natural gas.
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Local History
by Teresa Vilardi
For almost a century this family has been farming the precincts along White School House Road in Rhinbeck.
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General Interest
by Rob Rubsam
Susan Kayne of Unbridled TV and Clermont Farms is determined to change the horse culture of New York State . . . the sooner the better.
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by Mary Leonard
The Rhinebeck Science Foundation has come through on the technology front, especially for Rhinebeck's middle schoolers.
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Building & Home
by M. C. Primiano
When the parents' empty nest gets filled up with stuff: call out the dropcloths!
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by Neil Soderstrom
Ways to nurture and protect your cavity-nesting bluebirds, chickadees, house wrens, and tree swallows.
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Food & Wine
by Laura Pensiero
Spring's arrival, says Laura Pensiero, means put away the stew pot and pull out the sauté pan and think fava beans, peas & ramps!
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by Arlene Wege
Our chocolate researcher ventures across the bridge . . .
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Health & Wellness
by Naomi Kennedy
Whether considered a disease or a disorder, the musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points of fibromyalgia are a very real phenomenon to the millions who suffer from them.
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by Kathryn Matthews
Plastics are everywhere in our kitchen and around our foods . . . but at what cost to health?
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Dutchess/Columbia Community Businesses
Four stars from the Poughkeepsie Journal, "Best Sushi in the Hudson Valley"—Zagat's, and "Destination Restaurant" by Culinary Institute of America. Osaka creates an enjoyable and personal dining experience. The attention to detail and consistency provides an “original” taste of Japan without the flamboyance of your typical Manhattan eatery. Enjoy a wide variety of fresh sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls and don't forget the tasty selection of tempura, teriyaki, hibachi, and noodle bowl dinners. Eat-in or take-out. 22 Garden St.
, Rhinebeck 845-876-7338
Serving Dutchess and Columbia counties. All types of carpentry, additions, renovations, roofing, decks, etc. Free estimates, fully insured. Call for appointment. See also “ Lawn & Landscape. 518-537-5526
Save money on taxes. Reduce property maintenance costs. Create an agricultural assessment. Eliminate expensive brush hogging. Convert your woodlands and overgrown pastures into hay production or other agricultural uses. We will perform all phases of land preparation, including drainage, excavation, fencing, planting, as well as cutting at no expense to landowner. Please call for free property consultation and estimates.
129 Yantz Rd., Red Hook 845-532-2152
NY State licensed physical therapist, trained at Mount Sinai Hospital, NYC, Canadian College of Osteopathy, Toronto. Certified in Fascial Manipulation(TM), Thiene, Italy. Over 20 years of Pilates experience and certified in Pilates by Romana Kryzanowska (NYC). Specializing in manual therapy and Pilates as a therapeutic adjunct. One hour individualized treatments. By appointment only. 6423 Montgomery St.
Suite 17A, Rhinebeck 845-876-3220
Rhinebeck Artist's Shop offers the finest of fine art materials, beautiful cards and clever gifts as well as the services of our fully-equipped professional frame shop for all your framing needs. 188 Main St., New Paltz 845-255-5533
Complete building and renovation services for quality conscious homeowners since 1985. Desire a new kitchen or bath? Maybe a new sunroom, porch or garage? Thinking about upgrading that old electrical service, plumbing or heating system? Call for a free estimate. Red Hook 845-417-7850
This well established Montessori school is now offering full and half day programs with aftercare. Enroll now for fall 2013. Contact Ronnie Hazzard, MS Ed. 109 Albany Road, Kingston 845-331-5477
Located in Rhinebeck, Hill offers full service brokerage based on a tradition of listing and selling fine homes, farms and land in No. Dutchess and So. Columbia Counties for over 15 years. 6808 Montgomery St., Rhinebeck 845-876-8888
I am fully committed to providing a high level of service aimed at successfully buying or selling your house or land at a satisfactory price, in the shortest time possible, and with the least hassle. My website provides instant access to region-wide MLS listings and municipal property data. Contact me anytime; I welcome the opportunity to serve you anywhere in the AboutTown region. Red Hook 845-532-1204
Local works of art and fine craft, all created in the Hudson Valley area. Also at EB's, the Classic Corner—filled with smartly priced pieces, all locally crafted... perfect for gift-giving or a moment of indulgence. Help support local artists and craftspeople! 41 E. Market St.
(next door to Bread Alone), Rhinebeck 845-876-3020
Shop and dine at our charming “barn” on the 500-acre Greig Farm in Upper Red Hook. Enjoy Gigi Skizza™, panini, farm fresh soups, salads, local beef burgers, daily specials. Gigi at Home provides prepared foods for easy everyday dining and entertaining at home—pick-up or drop-off. Artisanal breads and baked goods made daily on site.Also, look for our seasonal "Agriturismo" dinners. 227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook 845-758-1999
Rhinebeck at a Glance is designed to bring the Rhinebeck area to you wherever you might be. Rhinebeck at a Glance is just that connection; imagine being connected to your community, events, municipalities restaurants, publications, weather, libraries, train schedules, movies, real estate, the surrounding tourism sites of Dutchess County and more—all in one bookmark click. Anne Brown, Publisher. 845-876-3502
Former Mughal Raj owner is now in Red Hook Curry House Restaurant and Takeout. All your favorites. Traditional Hundi buffet Tuesday & Sunday nights, 5–9:30pm, all you can eat. We have good quality food: 4 stars from Poughkeepsie Journal and Daily Freeman and "Best Indian Restaurant in the October 2005 issue of Hudson Valley magazine. Try our food and we hope you enjoy it. 28 E. Market St, Red Hook 845-758-2666
The Knitting Garage @ Stickle's, the new knitting boutique! Featuring yarns by: Blue Sky, Spud & Chloe, Madeline Tosh, Shuibui and more! At A.L. Stickle Variety Store: in the back through the red double doors! 13 East Market St. , Rhinebeck 845-876-3206
A wondrous world of discovery and imagination. Half day classes offered for two, three and four year olds. The Chocolate Factory
54 Elizabeth St., Red Hook 845-758-0889
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